Ruth Marie Scaife Napora, 67

She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Ruth Scaife. She is survived by her husband, John William Napora Sr. to whom she was married for 47 years; and her children John William Jr., married to Dawn Lavelle; and Lorraine Marie, married to Larry Nulton. Also survived by grandchildren, Corbin, Alyssa, Cameron, Christine, Kimberly, and David. She is survived by siblings, John George Scaife and Sandra Lee Titmus; special cousin Donna Wilkinson, and special friend, Annie Dibert, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ruth was a 1959 graduate of Shade High School. She worked as an administrative assistant in the Naval Department upon graduation. She helped operate the family business, John's Cut Rate Drug Store, in Central City. She was an office manager for Drs. Dick, Lazer, and Bender at their Central City dental office. She was a devoted wife and caregiver to her husband, John, for the past 10 years. She committed her life to his care and created a physical and emotional environment that has optimized his health and progress. Ruth was a dedicated mother and grandmother whose life centered on her family. She often said that her children and her grandchildren were her “gems.” She cared for her eldest grandchild so that her daughter could attend graduate school. Ruth never missed a concert, talent show, or play and often traveled to Scranton to watch her granddaughter perform. She was often seen at football and baseball games in Westmont cheering on her grandsons. Ruth loved all the holidays and made them truly special for her whole family. Ruth was a woman of great faith and a devoted parishioner of Our Lady Queen of Angels, Sacred Heart and St. Stephen's. She always supported the church financially and through volunteering. She was a CCD teacher, a Eucharistic Minister, and volunteer for numerous church events. She was involved in the Cursillo movement and was devoted to the Franciscan community. Ruth was an enthusiastic supporter of the Conemaugh Health Foundation and made regular contributions to that and other worthy organizations such as Magee Women's Hospital. Ruth traveled to many wonderful locations including Italy, Switzerland, England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Austria, Germany, Jamaica, St. Thomas, St. Martin, Hawaii, Nantucket Island, California, Nevada, and many others. Ruth will be greatly missed by her family and friends. This world was touched by a person who gave so much of herself and who courageously overcame many obstacles. In spite of her battles, she found the joy in life and brought immense joy to all who knew and loved her. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Mulcahy Funeral Home, Central City. Funeral Mass will celebrated 10 a.m. Monday at Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Father Maurizio. Committal Daley Cemetery, Cairnbrook.